PLAB - III
So, the preparations had begun for the exams and we were slowly getting the hang of it. Lots of studies and group discussions were done at both the Hostel and at our house, 22 Coral Merchant Street , Mannadi, and Chennai 600001. Most of the time we were trying to remain focussed. Albeit for few evenings, we were not tempted to close early, our books and waft into down town watching few movies, which was our chore until then! Occasional alcoholic frenzy was not missed either. Deepavali of 1993 came and with that few movies too. “Kizhakku Seemaiyile” with Raman’s music was everywhere and needless to say I was still longing for IR. Ilayaraja had become a Maestro by this time. He became the first Asian to compose a Symphony that was recorded at the Royal Philharmonic symphony orchestra. “Valli” from Rajinikanth came after his symphony and the music was superb, though the movie was a dud. “Ennulle ennulle” was literally snow balling every one with its won